fermentation family is a South Korea drama released in 2011 rated 7.6/10 with 24 episodes. This food series has been watched by 2,164 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | FoodMysteryRomanceFamily |
| Year | 2011 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 01:05:00 |
| Rating | 7.6/10 |
| Director | Park Chan Hong |
| Main Cast | Song Il Gook, Park Jin Hee, Lee Min Young, Kim Young Hoon, Kim Byung Chun |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
This drama tells the story of the family of Chunjiin (Heaven, Earth and Man), who own a traditional restaurant famous for its Kimchi, and their suspicious guests. As an abandoned child, Ho Tae grew up in an orphanage and became a gangster. One day, he becomes fascinated by Chunjiin when he visits the place, but is attacked by opposing thugs, only to be saved by Kang San, a daughter of the restaurant’s owner. After Kang San accepts Ho Tae into her family, he begins to grow attached to the place and his new surroundings, gradually recovering long-lost memories of his childhood. This heartwarming story depicts love, Kimchi philosophy, and the struggles the Chunjiin family face as they try to deal with the threat of rival restaurants. It also deals with Ho Tae’s dark past which comes back to haunt him, and the mystery of Kang San’s father, who abruptly disappears as Ho Tae is accepted into the family. (Source: JTBC)
Critical Reception
fermentation family has received very positive reviews with a rating of 7.6/10 based on 845 ratings. It is ranked #4,346 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of fermentation family?
fermentation family has a rating of 7.6/10 based on 845 ratings.
How many episodes does fermentation family have?
fermentation family has 24 episodes, each approximately 01:05:00 long.
What genre is fermentation family?
fermentation family is a Food, Mystery, Romance, Family drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in fermentation family?
The main cast of fermentation family includes Song Il Gook, Park Jin Hee, Lee Min Young, Kim Young Hoon, Kim Byung Chun.
When was fermentation family released?
fermentation family was released in 2011 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.
